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Jeung’s parents, Chuck and Chick (and the award for most adorable names for a married couple goes to…) first opened the cafe in 1967. He grew up working in the diner since he was about 12 or 13 years old, and took it over about 25 years ago. His father passed away about six years ago, but his mother is still living.

As far as why he’s selling, “I figured it was about that time,” says Jeung, who recently turned 60. He also wants to pass the diner onto a new generation and give someone else the opportunity to do it.

With its time capsule vibe — from stick-to-your-ribs diner fare and waitresses clad in pink uniforms to the red vinyl seats and linoleum counters — it’s easy to see why this neighborhood fixture has acquired a devoted following over the years of neighborhood regulars (several of whom have dined there since the cafe first opened, says Jeung). The Manor is even listed on SF Heritage’s legacy bar and restaurants.

No details yet on who will take over or what will happen to the space. Stay tuned.

For those unfamiliar with Manor’s old school charm, here’s a video from a few years back when the coffee shop was featured on KQED’s Check, Please!: